Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is a third-person action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft and released for the Microsoft Xbox 360 in the United States in May 2010. It is the latest entry in the long-standing Prince of Persia franchise, arriving as a major blockbuster title that blends large-scale combat, acrobatic platforming, time manipulation, and elemental control into a cinematic gaming experience.
The game is set between the events of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time and Prince of Persia: Warrior Within, continuing the saga of the Prince as he faces unprecedented challenges. When an all-out war threatens the gates of a kingdom, the Prince finds his abilities tested in ways they never have been before, leading him through epic set pieces that include scaling crumbling castle towers under heavy bombardment and engaging colossal enemies hundreds of feet tall.
One of the defining features of The Forgotten Sands is its expanded scope compared to previous entries in the series. The game introduces massive environments where the Prince can perform dazzling feats of acrobatics and engage in large-scale battles against swarms of enemies. Powered by the Anvil Engine used in Assassin’s Creed II, the game delivers enhanced visuals and smoother animation, allowing for a more immersive and dynamic world.
Combat has evolved as well, with the ability for the Prince to take on multiple foes at once, using a combination of swordplay, acrobatics, and his time-rewinding powers to gain the upper hand. In addition to rewinding time, he gains mastery over the forces of nature, enabling him to manipulate the environment and turn natural elements into weapons against his enemies.
The title was officially added to iOctavio.com on May 22, 2010, and serves as both a return to form for the series and a fresh reimagining of the gameplay mechanics that have defined the franchise. It offers fans a deeper look into the timeline of the Prince’s journey and sets the stage for the events that follow in the broader mythology of the series.